2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 14
Available Online: 17 June 2026
Author/s:
Mas, Analyn M.
Northern Zambales College, Inc., Philippines
Echaure, Jessie S.*
Northern Zambales College, Inc., Philippines (jessieechaure48@gmail.com)
Ragob, Brenda V.
Northern Zambales College, Inc., Philippines
Anulao, Jessa R.
Northern Zambales College, Inc., Philippines
Echon, Kyla Pearl A.
Northern Zambales College, Inc., Philippines
Abstract:
This qualitative case study explored the lived experiences of special education teachers in delivering instruction during the Covid‑19 pandemic through distance learning modalities. Using thematic analysis, the study captured teachers’ perspectives on challenges, advantages, disadvantages, and sustaining factors. Five themes emerged: (1) teaching experiences marked by fear, anxiety, and overwhelming responsibilities; (2) blended, modular, and online modalities offering flexibility but exposing inequities; (3) advantages such as accessibility contrasted with disadvantages including unreliable assessments and parental limitations; (4) parent‑teacher feedback as a vital assessment tool; and (5) altruism, commitment, and passion sustaining teachers despite challenges. Findings highlight the resilience and advocacy of special education teachers and underscore the need for equitable support systems and strong parent‑teacher collaboration in remote learning contexts.
Keywords: COVID‑19, special education, distance learning, case study, remote learning, IEP monitoring, teacher altruism
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26259
Cite this article:
Mas, A. M., Echaure, J. S., Ragob, B. V., Anulao, J. R., & Echon, K. P. A. (2026). SPED teachers’ experiences in distance learning modalities in IBA division of Zambales. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(14), 219-226. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26259
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